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GF 32-64mm F4 R LM

Fujifilm GFX Mount

GF 32-64mm F4 R LM — 32–64mm f/4 for Fujifilm GFX, a popular choice in the fujifilm lineup.

$1,999

Launch price

Released Jan 2017

vs

Sony

FE 24-70mm F2.8 GM II

Sony E Mount

The ultimate standard zoom — incredibly sharp, exceptionally compact, and built for professionals.

$2,299

Launch price

Released Apr 2022

FE 24-70mm F2.8 GM II is 5.3 years newer.

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Wins

1categories

GF 32-64mm F4 R LM

Wins

6categories

FE 24-70mm F2.8 GM II

LandscapeSports & Action

1 categories tied

TL;DR — Key differences

GF 32-64mm F4 R LM wins 0 categories·FE 24-70mm F2.8 GM II wins 5 categories
  • BFE 24-70mm F2.8 GM II has lower Min focus distance (21 cm vs 38 cm)
  • BFE 24-70mm F2.8 GM II has lower Length (120 mm vs 173 mm)
  • BFE 24-70mm F2.8 GM II has lower Max aperture (Wide) (f/2.8 vs f/4)
  • BFE 24-70mm F2.8 GM II has lower Max aperture (Tele) (f/2.8 vs f/4)
  • BFE 24-70mm F2.8 GM II has higher Max magnification (0.32 × vs 0.25 ×)

Key specs at a glance

GF 32-64mm F4 R LMFE 24-70mm F2.8 GM II
Focal Length32-64 mm24-70 mm
Max Aperturef/4f/2.8
MountFujifilm GFXSony E
CoverageMedium FormatFull Frame
StabilizationNoNo
Weight875 g695 g
Min Focus38 cm21 cm
Filter Size67 mm82 mm

Use-case scoring

Which one for what?

Algorithmic scores from verified specs · 10 = best in class

Use caseGF 32-64mm F4 R LMFE 24-70mm F2.8 GM II
Portrait
2.5Limited
4.5Fair
Sports & Action
5.5Fair
6.5Good
Video & Hybrid
5.0Fair
5.0Fair
Landscape
3.0Limited
7.0Good
Travel
2.0Limited
5.5Fair
Wildlife
3.0Limited
3.0Limited
Macro & Close-up
2.0Limited
3.5Limited

Why pick one over the other

Reasons to choose the GF 32-64mm F4 R LM

  • Special elements

    Adds Aspherical

  • Diameter

    70 mm vs 88 mm — lower is better

Reasons to choose the FE 24-70mm F2.8 GM II

  • Special elements

    Adds 2 XA (extreme aspherical), 3 Aspherical, 2 ED…

  • Min focus distance

    21 cm vs 38 cm — lower is better

  • Length

    120 mm vs 173 mm — lower is better

  • Max aperture (Wide)

    f/2.8 vs f/4 — lower is better

  • Max aperture (Tele)

    f/2.8 vs f/4 — lower is better

  • Weight

    695 g vs 875 g — lower is better

  • Max magnification

    0.32 × vs 0.25 × — higher is better

Shared specifications

Internal focus

Both support internal focus

Weather sealing

Both support weather sealing

Control ring

Both support control ring

Custom function button

Both support custom function button

Pros & cons at a glance

Editorially curated highlights and trade-offs.

GF 32-64mm F4 R LM

Pros

  • Versatile zoom range covers multiple focal lengths in one lens
  • Weather-sealed construction for outdoor shooting
  • Native Fujifilm GFX mount compatibility

Cons

  • Slower maximum aperture limits low-light performance
  • Third-party or older alternatives may offer better value

FE 24-70mm F2.8 GM II

Pros

  • Outstanding sharpness across the entire zoom range
  • Remarkably small and lightweight for an f/2.8 zoom
  • Four XD Linear focus motors provide blazing-fast AF tracking
  • Excellent close-up magnification
  • De-clickable aperture ring and customized function buttons

Cons

  • No built-in optical image stabilization (relies on body IBIS)
  • High launch price
  • Aperture ring can be easily bumped if not locked

Decided which one is right for you?

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Fujifilm GF 32-64mm F4 R LM

Sony FE 24-70mm F2.8 GM II

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Full specifications

= category winner

GF 32-64mm F4 R LM
FE 24-70mm F2.8 GM II
Focal length (Min)
32 mm
24 mm
Focal length (Max)
64 mm
70 mm
Max aperture (Wide)
f/4
f/2.8+1 stop wider
Max aperture (Tele)
f/4
f/2.8+1 stop wider
Elements
16
20
Groups
12
15
Special elements
Aspherical
2 XA (extreme aspherical), 3 Aspherical, 2 ED, 2 Super ED
GF 32-64mm F4 R LM
FE 24-70mm F2.8 GM II
Min focus distance
38 cm
21 cm−17 cm less
Max magnification
0.25 ×
0.32 ×+28%
Autofocus motor
Linear / Stepping Motor
4 XD Linear Motors
Internal focus
Yes
Yes
GF 32-64mm F4 R LM
FE 24-70mm F2.8 GM II
Optical stabilization
No
No
OIS effectiveness
0 stops
0 stops
GF 32-64mm F4 R LM
FE 24-70mm F2.8 GM II
Weight
875 g
695 g−180 g less
Length
173 mm
120 mm−53 mm less
Diameter
70 mm−18 mm less
88 mm
Filter thread size
67 mm
82 mm
Weather sealing
Yes
Yes
Diaphragm blades
9
11
GF 32-64mm F4 R LM
FE 24-70mm F2.8 GM II
Lens mount
Fujifilm GFX
Sony E
Format coverage
Medium Format
Full Frame

Specs sourced from manufacturer data. Use-case scores algorithmically derived. Last reviewed May 2026.